Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary and benefits package

About the Role
Ricardo Energy & Environment, a member of WSP, is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company with over 100 years of engineering excellence. We employ close to 3,000 people across more than 20 countries, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to complex challenges. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Climate Economics Modeller to join our Economic Analysis team. The successful candidate will support the development and application of the GEM-E3 model, conducting climate risk assessments and policy impact assessments for EU and non-EU clients. Core responsibilities include economic modelling, data analysis, and research to evaluate macroeconomic, distributional, and regional implications of climate and energy policies (transition risk) and climate impacts (physical risk). Additional focus areas include competitiveness, investment strategies, and trade dynamics.

Key responsibilities include developing and applying economic models such as CGE models like GEM-E3, collecting and analysing large datasets related to energy, economy, and transport, reviewing scientific and market reports to support quantitative assessments, and developing modelling tools using GAMS, Python, and/or R. The role also involves supporting EU-funded research projects, contributing to climate policy and IPCC-related work, developing policy recommendations and briefs, managing multiple projects efficiently, and collaborating with team members to deliver high-quality research.

Working Here
You will be welcomed into a diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice matters. We encourage passion and expertise to make a positive impact through innovative projects that support communities globally in becoming safer and more sustainable. We offer flexible working arrangements including remote, office, and hybrid options, prioritizing wellbeing and work-life balance.

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive remuneration and benefits package reflecting your value, including support for physical and mental health.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation and delivers the best consultancy services. We are recognised as a 'disability confident' employer and support all employees to reach their potential.

Experience
- MSc or higher in Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related field
- Experience in energy or economic systems modelling and climate policy assessment
- Proven programming skills in GAMS and/or Python/R
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive and collaborative approach
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word
- Strong background in climate/environmental economics, including energy decarbonization and mitigation pathways

About You
You are a motivated and skilled modeller with a passion for climate economics and policy. You work well both independently and collaboratively, managing multiple projects with a focus on quality and organisation. Excellent written and spoken English is essential; Spanish language skills are optional with courses available.

Qualifications
MSc or higher degree in a relevant discipline as noted above.